New Zealand Adventure
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Cruise; Sightseeing; Cruise Vacation; Cruise Adventure; Waitomo Caves; Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve; New Zealand Adventure; Waitangi Treaty Reserve; The Realm of Tane; Maori Hangi; Agrodome; Te Papa; Christchurch Tram; Larnach Castle; Walter Peak Station; New Zealand Tour; Tranz Alpine;
Enjoy 17 Days New Zealand Adventure Escorted tour featuring sightseeing and many activities in New Zealand.
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- Trip Length:
- 17 days
- Price Range:
- From $3975 to $5290 per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- Any time.
- Recommended for:
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15 - 17, 18 - 20, 25 - 30, 31 - 35, 36 - 40, 41 - 50, 51 - 55
Family Trip, Group Retreat, Trip Around the World
Detailed Trip Description
Enjoy 17 Days New Zealand Adventure Escorted tour featuring sightseeing and many activities in New Zealand.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Auckland
Arrive Auckland, New Zealand.
Airport Transfer
Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Relaxation
The balance of the day is at leisure.
Food and Dining
Tonight, enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director.
Hotel
Stay at Stamford Plaza (DLX).
Day 2 - Auckland
Auckland - Bay Of Islands.
Sightseeing
This morning, journey across the Auckland Harbour Bridge And take in the spectacular scenery of the Hibiscus Coast.
Sightseeing
At Parry Kauri Park, stroll along the boardwalks through Kauri trees and native bush.
Sightseeing
Then travel to the subtropical Bay of Islands, rich in history and culture. On arrival, visit the Waitangi Treaty Reserve. (B,D)
Hotel
Stay at Copthorne Hotel & Resort (F).
Day 3 - New Zealand
Bay Of Islands.
Sightseeing
The breathtaking Bay of Islands is the historic heart of New Zealand. With 144 islands and abundant sea life, it is an idyllic maritime park. Today is free for you to discover its beauty at your own pace and in your own way.
Kayaking
You might want to take a coach trip to Cape Reinga, join a guided sea kayaking trip or enjoy a day of sailing (all own expense). (B)
Day 4 - Auckland
Bay Of Islands - Auckland.
Ocean Cruise
This morning, take a scenic cruise to Cape Brett and, weather permitting, through the famous “Hole in the Rock.” This afternoon return to Auckland. (B,D)
Hotel
Stay at Stamford Plaza (DLX).
Day 5 - Rotorua
Auckland - Waitomo Caves - Rotorua.
Sightseeing
Travel south to Waitomo for a guided tour of the famous Waitomo Caves, and discover the incredible Glow Worm Grotto on an underground boat trip.
Performing Arts
Continue on to Rotorua. Tonight, enjoy a special cultural evening with a visit to The Realm of Tane, followed by a Maori Hangi feast and concert. (B,D)
Hotel
Stay at Millennium Hotel (F).
Day 6 - Wellington
Ocean Cruise
Begin the day with a breakfast cruise aboard an 1880s replica of a steamboat.
Sightseeing
Next, visit the Agrodome for an unusual, yet humorous, sheep shearing demonstration. Later, tour Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, where a local Maori guide escorts you past geysers and pools of boiling mud.
Relaxation
This afternoon is free you to relax, explore or join an optional tour. (B)
Private Tour
Spend the night on day 6 with a local family on a nearby farm and enjoy some true New Zealand hospitality. Dinner included.
Additional cost: from $18 per person.
Day 7 - Wellington
Rotorua - Wellington.
Sightseeing
Head south to beautiful Taupo, in the heart of the North Island. Stop for pictures at mighty Huka Falls.
Bus
Then continue on a picturesque drive into the capital city of Wellington. (B,D)
Hotel
Stay at Novotel Capital (F).
Day 8 - Blenheim
Wellington - Blenheim.
Sightseeing
This morning take a sightseeing tour of Wellington and enjoy the panoramic view from the top of Mount Victoria.
Museums
Visit Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum.
Ocean Cruise
Later, board the inter-island cruise across Cook Strait and tranquil Queen Charlotte Sound.
Bus
Upon arrival on the South Island, travel to Blenheim.
Food and Dining
Tonight, relish a wine tasting and dinner at the Montana Winery. (B,D)
Hotel
Stay at Chateau Marlborough (F).
Day 9 - Christchurch
Blenheim - Christchurch.
Sightseeing
Experience the stunning scenery of the east coast on the drive today. Visit Kaikoura, set between the mountains and the ocean. Watch for New Zealand fur seals and whales.
Sightseeing
You may want to take an optional whale watching flight (own expense), before continuing on to the “Garden City” of Christchurch. (B)
Hotel
Stay at The Heritage Hotel (F).
Day 10 - Christchurch
Christchurch - Mt. Cook.
Sightseeing
Discover the sights of Christchurch this morning on the Christchurch Tram. Then, visit beautiful Lake Tekapo and see the Church of the Good Shepherd.
National Parks
Admire the scenery of Mt. Cook National Park, home to New Zealand’s highest mountain, and perhaps take a spectacular optional scenic flight (weather permitting, own expense). (B,D)
Hotel
Stay at MacKenzie Country Inn at Twizel – Deluxe Rooms (F).
Day 11 - Dunedin
Mt. Cook - Dunedin.
Sightseeing
See the pretty Oamaru region today before traveling on to Dunedin. This afternoon is free for you to explore this charming town founded by Scottish settlers.
Ocean Cruise
Perhaps visit Cadbury World or take an optional Albatross & Yellow Eyed Penguin Cruise. (B,D)
Hotel
Stay at Southern Cross Hotel (F).
Day 12 - Te Anau
Dunedin - Te Anau.
Sightseeing
This morning, enjoy a guided tour at Larnach Castle, New Zealand’s only castle. Next, see the highlights of Dunedin on a sightseeing tour. Then travel across the island to pretty Te Anau. (B)
Hotel
Stay at Village Inn (F).
Day 13 - Queenstown
Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown.
National Parks
Discover the magnificent alpine scenery of Fiordland National Park today.
Ocean Cruise
Enjoy a cruise on Milford Sound passing Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls.
Food and Dining
Then on to Queenstown. Why not experience the entertaining Kiwi Haka & Dinner tonight (own expense) (B)
Hotel
Stay at Millennium Hotel (F).
Day 14 - Queenstown
Shopping
A day at leisure in Queenstown, set on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Explore this charming city on your own, shop or join an optional excursion.
Food and Dining
Tonight, board the historic steamship T.S.S. Earnslaw for a cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station for a sumptuous carvery dinner. (B,D)
Day 15 - Franz Josef
Queenstown - Franz Josef.
Sightseeing
Historic Arrowtown is your first stop today. Then see rugged Kawarau Gorge, stunning Lake Wanaka, and travel over Haast Pass.
Bus
After a stop at Thunder Creek Falls, continue along the coastal road to Franz Josef. (B,D)
Hotel
Stay at Franz Josef Glacier Hotel (F).
Day 16 - Christchurch
Franz Josef - Tranzalpine Train - Christchurch.
Sightseeing
Discover Franz Josef Glacier this morning. Then travel to Hokitika, where you can see beautiful native greenstone (jade) jewelery and artifacts.
Train
Later, board the TranzAlpine train for a spectacular journey over the Southern Alps to Christchurch. (B,D)
Hotel
Stay at The Heritage Hotel (F).
Day 17 - Christchurch
Depart Christchurch.
Airport Transfer
You will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
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Arrival and departure transfers. Accommodation in hotels listed or similar, in twin-bedded rooms. 16 breakfasts (B) and 10 dinners (D) including a Maori Hangi feast and concert. Services of a professional Tour Director. Luxury motorcoach featuring panoramic windows. Sightseeing program as detailed in the itinerary including admission charges where applicable. All local taxes. Portfolio of travel documents.
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